The Downbeat - 3 August 2010 - #285 - The Spiked Edition
by Basketball John on Aug 3, 2010 10:18 AM MDT
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Too bad this doesn't happen,
Just spent a WILD night following John Stockton around Pennsylvania Dutch Country, about to write it up for ESPN.com
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It wouldn't get much better than that.
Looks like Harp landed a broadcasting gig for this season after showcasing last season for the Jazz,
Being a basketball broadcaster is about to become a full-time gig for the ex-Jazz small forward, who is currently hosting his ninth-annual camp at The Park Place rec center.
"That's what I want to do," Harpring said.
He admitted that part. He even admitted to having a job lined up.
But he wouldn't admit which team (one of his old clubs, like the Jazz, Oklahoma City or Georgia Tech?) or which network (he lives near TNT's studio in Atlanta) will soon become his new employer.
"I can't tell you," he said.
I'm guessing he's doing something for TNT or NBA TV. I'm not sure why he can't say yet. I'm guessing it's somewhere close to him home in Atlanta because he talks later about not going into coaching because of his young family and traveling. Although, with 3 kids under 4 years old, he'd fit right in in Utah.
Getting you ready for this weekend's HOF festivities, (more videos here)
It looks like Utah Flash assistant Kevin Young will get promoted to the head-coaching job down south. He'll take over the fired Brad Jones. It's an interesting case because he hasn't had any head-coaching experience until now.
So how much time, if any, will Gordon Hayward see in Orem this season? He'll have AK and CJ ahead of him in the rotation but I could see him getting minutes. We're not deep at the wing right now.
Steve Luhm asks what sets they'll run now given that Jones is gone. He ran the same thing as the Jazz do. With owner Brandt Andersen wanting to emulate the Jazz as much as possible, I don't think they would venture far from what they're running now.
The most likely candidate to be in Orem though is Jeremy Evans should he get signed. He might be kept around until Memo is back all the way, but once that happens, he's not going to get any PT.
Open poll,
What's your go-to HORSE shot?
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Angled 3 point shot off the backboard.
Never misses.
For the Love of the Game
Stockton to Malone- The perfect combination!!
"I think he just said, 'Oh my Gosh,' or whatever they say in Provo."- ESPN talking about QB. Max Hall after BYU defeated third ranked Oklahoma (2009).
MonSTARZ forever!
Adam Sandler: "The bankshot never misses"
Kids (whining): “The bankshot never works on the wii”
Kevin James: “Well maybe you should wii-turn it and get a wii-fund.”
For The Love!!
Rise and shout the Cougars are out!!
Running hook from 5' on right baseline
Kareem taught me that one (osmosis method).
I figure Gordo can be this year’s OMSW, so no Flash for Gordon.
5.
Deep, deep 3 from the top of the key.
by i_am_pure_barbarian on Aug 3, 2010 3:15 PM MDT reply actions
5.
Behind the backboard where the key meets the baseline on the left hand side shooting right handed.
or
Facing the left side of the backboard just outside the key. Bank in a left handed scoop.
"He is STUPID but he knows that he is STUPID and that almost makes him smart."
5.
Behind the backboard where the key meets the baseline on the left hand side shooting right handed.
or
Facing the left side of the backboard just outside the key. Bank in a left handed scoop.
"He is STUPID but he knows that he is STUPID and that almost makes him smart."
5
20 foot bank shot from the elbow extended. Kids these days just don’t practice their bank shots enough to keep up with me. (says the 28 y/o)
5.
Reverse over the backboard layup (like a reverse layup but jumping further towards the baseline and flipping it underhand over the backboard and in, a la P_Dizzle.)
Possibly the southernmost Jazz fan in the world!
Twitter: @Texas
Hey guys
I rarely post, but thought i would ask for the SLC Dunk community’s help. My little brother has entered a contest on YouTube and needs the most views on one of his videos.
The link is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRnwZbmm2BA
He also has a fan group on Facebook. Look up ’Toren’s Youtube Videos’ on facebook to join us for contests and fun things like that!
He’s only 14 and has been working on his piano skillz for a long time now! Let me know what you think! (If only Boozer put in as much time practicing his defense as my brother practices the piano…)
Thanks for all the good stories and Jazz Fan interaction. It’s been keeping me sane at work over the summer!
5.
Larry Bird Corner shot from the right 3-pt.
Same shot. Other corner.
3-pt bank from 45 degree angle.
Something involving throwing the ball off the wall. (Depends on the local) — If no walls, bounce it in from the free-throw line.
And then to finish off, I have practiced the half-court shot WHILE SITTING DOWN to about 50% accuracy.
I can usually hit all 5 of those shots in 7 tries. Usually the game is done by 7-8 turns in.
I don't pour beer on Max Hall's family often, but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis.
8. Tribute to...
John Stockton. That video makes me miss Karl and his hard driving to the basket, but more than anything makes me miss Stockton’s 12+ assists/game. No wonder Malone scored so much.
Stockton looks like such a prep too. No tattoos. Parted hair. Well groomed. What happened to the NBA?
And does anyone know how to pass the ball like that anymore? 75% of those passes, if attempted, would result in turnovers today.
I don't pour beer on Max Hall's family often, but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis.
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